2012 Ford Explorer vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste
To start off, 2012 Ford Explorer is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Explorer (290 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1149 kg more than 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford Explorer, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Ford Explorer (345 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste. (117 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Ford Explorer | 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Explorer | Celeste |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2067 kg | 918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5006 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2004 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1788 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2350 mm |
